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Mini-Montessori for 2 - 6 year olds

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Children age 2 - 6 and their caregivers are invited to Mini-Montessori! Montessori play is purposeful play that mimics real-life tasks. It focuses on mindfulness during activities ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Children age 2 - 6 and their caregivers are invited to Mini-Montessori! Montessori play is purposeful play that mimics real-life tasks. It focuses on mindfulness during activities and focusing on the task at hand.

Black History Living Museum

Black History Living Museum

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Room 8 at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Other, Special Events
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Our Living History Museum is an immersive experience showcasing the accomplishments of notable national and local African Americans brought to life through short biographical prese...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Room 8
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other, Special Events
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Our Living History Museum is an immersive experience showcasing the accomplishments of notable national and local African Americans brought to life through short biographical presentations.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

Project WILD (Ages 6 - 12)

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Project WILD is a conservation and environmental program that focuses on wildlife and habitat. The goal of Project WILD is to develop awareness, knowledge, skills, and commitment r...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Project WILD is a conservation and environmental program that focuses on wildlife and habitat.

Mini-Montessori for 2 - 6 year olds

Sunday, June 9, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Children age 2 - 6 and their caregivers are invited to Mini-Montessori! Montessori play is purposeful play that mimics real-life tasks. It focuses on mindfulness during activities ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Children age 2 - 6 and their caregivers are invited to Mini-Montessori! Montessori play is purposeful play that mimics real-life tasks. It focuses on mindfulness during activities and focusing on the task at hand.

Sunday Scrabble & More

Sunday, June 9, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Stop by the Sarbanes Branch for an afternoon of wordsmithing with the classic game Scrabble. Boards and dictionary will be provided for use, but feel free to bring your own, too...

Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Games
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Stop by the Sarbanes Branch for an afternoon of wordsmithing with the classic game Scrabble.

Boards and dictionary will be provided for use, but feel free to bring your own, too!

Preschool Playgroup

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, STEM, Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Children 0 - 5 and their caregivers are invited to Preschool Playgroup. Join us for free play, developmentally appropriate guided play, and structured activities, all while learnin...

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM, Class or Workshop
Event Details:

Children 0 - 5 and their caregivers are invited to Preschool Playgroup. Join us for free play, developmentally appropriate guided play, and structured activities, all while learning early socialization. 

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

Computer Tutor

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series! Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including: Getting Started with a Computer: the essential functions of a ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series!

Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including:

3D Printing for Kids

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Learn to design 3D printing projects in Tinkercad! Projects that are not finished printing by the end of the session will be available for pick-up the following session. Space is l...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn to design 3D printing projects in Tinkercad! Projects that are not finished printing by the end of the session will be available for pick-up the following session. Space is limited, registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

Paws to Read

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Paws to Read allows your child to read aloud to a dog for 5 - 7 minutes. A volunteer will be present during the entire session. This activity helps build reading confidence in chil...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Paws to Read allows your child to read aloud to a dog for 5 - 7 minutes. A volunteer will be present during the entire session. This activity helps build reading confidence in children while they are relaxing and having fun.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

Beginner's Arabic for Adults

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Room 3 at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Join us for a beginner's Arabic class! We will introduce Standard Arabic, go over language concepts and characteristics, build conversational verses, and cover reading and writing ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Room 3
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for a beginner's Arabic class! We will introduce Standard Arabic, go over language concepts and characteristics, build conversational verses, and cover reading and writing skills.

Anime and Manga Club

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Game Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Movie
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Anime and Manga Club members meet the second Tuesday of each month to talk about manga and watch a member selected anime movie/show. Open to middle and high school students.

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Teen Game Room
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Book Discussion, Movie
Event Details:

Anime and Manga Club members meet the second Tuesday of each month to talk about manga and watch a member selected anime movie/show. Open to middle and high school students.

Family Storytime in the Park

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Bring your little ones to Family Storytime in the Riverside Games Park on Tuesdays at 6:00 this summer. We'll share books, songs, and movement. Storytime is designed for preschoole...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Available
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Bring your little ones to Family Storytime in the Riverside Games Park on Tuesdays at 6:00 this summer. We'll share books, songs, and movement. Storytime is designed for preschoolers but the whole family is welcome. 

Storytime

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

All 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers are welcome to join us to share songs, rhymes, and stories together every Thursday. Studies have shown that singing aloud and sharing book...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

All 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers are welcome to join us to share songs, rhymes, and stories together every Thursday.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

Mini-Montessori for 2 - 6 year olds

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Children age 2 - 6 and their caregivers are invited to Mini-Montessori! Montessori play is purposeful play that mimics real-life tasks. It focuses on mindfulness during activities ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Children age 2 - 6 and their caregivers are invited to Mini-Montessori! Montessori play is purposeful play that mimics real-life tasks. It focuses on mindfulness during activities and focusing on the task at hand.

Project WILD (Teens)

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Project WILD is a conservation and environmental program that focuses on wildlife and habitat. The goal of Project WILD is to develop awareness, knowledge, skills, and commitment r...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Project WILD is a conservation and environmental program that focuses on wildlife and habitat.

Preschool Playgroup

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, STEM, Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Children 0 - 5 and their caregivers are invited to Preschool Playgroup. Join us for free play, developmentally appropriate guided play, and structured activities, all while learnin...

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM, Class or Workshop
Event Details:

Children 0 - 5 and their caregivers are invited to Preschool Playgroup. Join us for free play, developmentally appropriate guided play, and structured activities, all while learning early socialization. 

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

Computer Tutor

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series! Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including: Getting Started with a Computer: the essential functions of a ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series!

Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including:

Green-Hands Garden Club

Green-Hands Garden Club

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Area at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Get ready to grow your own scrumptious fruits and veggies! Our group meets twice a month and covers everything you need to know to become a green-thumbed guru. Discover how to grow...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Get ready to grow your own scrumptious fruits and veggies! Our group meets twice a month and covers everything you need to know to become a green-thumbed guru. Discover how to grow your own food and become a self-sufficient superstar!

Beginner's Arabic for Adults

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Room 3 at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 19+
Event Details:

Join us for a beginner's Arabic class! We will introduce Standard Arabic, go over language concepts and characteristics, build conversational verses, and cover reading and writing ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Room 3
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for a beginner's Arabic class! We will introduce Standard Arabic, go over language concepts and characteristics, build conversational verses, and cover reading and writing skills.

Teen Action Board (TAB) Meeting

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Game Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Attend in person or on Zoom! Registration is required. Held in-person at the Paul S. Sarbanes Branch. Zoom links will be sent the day before. All middle and high school stu...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Teen Game Room
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Attend in person or on Zoom! Registration is required. Held in-person at the Paul S. Sarbanes Branch. Zoom links will be sent the day before.

Family Storytime in the Park

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Bring your little ones to Family Storytime in the Riverside Games Park on Tuesdays at 6:00 this summer. We'll share books, songs, and movement. Storytime is designed for preschoole...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Available
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Bring your little ones to Family Storytime in the Riverside Games Park on Tuesdays at 6:00 this summer. We'll share books, songs, and movement. Storytime is designed for preschoolers but the whole family is welcome. 

Closed for Juneteenth

All Day
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch, Bookmobile, Centre Branch, Mobile Learning Lab, Pittsville Branch, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch, Bookmobile, Centre Branch, Mobile Learning Lab, Pittsville Branch, Off Site

Storytime

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

All 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers are welcome to join us to share songs, rhymes, and stories together every Thursday. Studies have shown that singing aloud and sharing book...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

All 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers are welcome to join us to share songs, rhymes, and stories together every Thursday.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

Craft Club

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Come join us at the Sarbanes branch for an exciting afternoon crafting and let your imagination run wild! This program is open to children of all ages and supplies will be provided...

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

Come join us at the Sarbanes branch for an exciting afternoon crafting and let your imagination run wild! This program is open to children of all ages and supplies will be provided.